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All Neschen filmoplast tapes employ adhesives that are both acid and solvent-free and will not dry out or become brittle with age. It should be noted however that despite our products outstanding aging properties they should not be construed as being a direct replacement for traditional conservation hinges made from wheat paste and rice paper.

When used for hinging artworks filmoplast tapes should only be applied to the artworks blank border areas and not to areas directly behind the image or so called “bleed images”. We recommend as a general rule of practice that you carefully read all manufacturer’s instructions and if in doubt contact the manufacturer or a trained conservator. As a member of the American Institute for Conservation Neschen would be happy to assist you in finding a trained conservator your area.

filmoplast« P
Originally designed for mending tears in library and archive materials filmoplast P has found favor in the fine art framing world as a means to hinge works done on lightweight papers. With no wetting required there is no risk of the paper cockling and as the tape is transparent after burnishing the hinges will not shadow through. Both the adhesive and paper used are acid free and have been additionally buffered with CaCO3 so they remain acid-free.Detailed Information

filmoplast« P 90
filmoplast P 90 is made from a white, tear resistant paper and coated with Neschen’s own age resistant acrylic adhesive. filmoplast P 90 is widely used to hinge those works of art that do not warrant wheat paste and rice paper hinges. Both the adhesive and paper are buffered (pH 8.7 aged) so the tape remains acid-free for decades after application. Like all pressure sensitive tapes filmoplast P 90 should be burnished upon application with a clean bone folder to achieve the optimum bonding strength.Detailed Information

filmoplast« P 90 plus
New to the filmoplast line is the filmoplast P 90 Plus in the new blue box. While most other filmoplast tapes were first designed for archives use the filmoplast P 90 Plus has been specifically designed for fine art hinging. The adhesive used is a refined version of the original providing better initial as well as final bond strength while retaining the same stable aging characteristics. Detailed Information

filmoplast« R
Known as a “heat-set tissue” filmoplast R is a high alpha-cellulose content tissue coated with an acid and solvent-free heat activated adhesive. Used primarily to line brittle documents to prevent further disintegration filmoplast R is an ideal treatment for newspaper clippings and other paper memorabilia. Buffered with magnesium carbonate to a pH of 9.6 filmoplast R will neutralize those acids found in the original document as they migrate into the adhesive. The adhesive activates at a temperature of 110║C and can be applied with an iron or heat press.Detailed Information

filmoplast« SH
When the application calls for exceptional strength filmoplast SH is the answer. Made from an very fine threaded white linen fabric this tape is coated with a high tack acrylic adhesive that bonds well to a variety of surfaces. Professional picture framers use filmoplast SH to hinge or “book” the window mat to the backboard keeping the two in perfect registration. filmoplast SH can also be used in conjunction with our filmoplast P 90 to create a high strength art hinge. In this application the filmoplast SH is used as the cross piece attached to the backing board and filmoplast P 90 holds the art. Detailed Information

filmoplast« T
Available in 8 colors this fine woven self-adhesive subtle rayon tape can be used as an edge banding on canvas or works mounted to foam center boards. In addition filmoplast T can also be used to wrap deep bevels creating a rich looking fabric inlay. Available is; black, white, blue, brown, green, grey, yellow and red. Detailed Information

gudy« 831
gudy 831 is a pressure sensitive cold mounting adhesive in a roll form that can be used to make most any smooth surface self-adhesive. Perfect for mounting photos or other heat sensitive graphics gudy 831 can be applied without the need of heat or expensive machines. One of our most aggressive adhesives gudy 831 has a traditional construction using a non-woven paper center that is coated on both sides with our own high tack acrylic adhesive. gudy 831 is both acid and solvent-free and has passed the Photographic Activity Test (per ISO 14523) making it ideal for permanent archival mounting of photographs.Detailed Information

gudy« 870
Often called a “transfer” or “free” adhesive gudy 870 performs much the same as the gudy 831 but does so without using a center carrier. The look is similar to a wide roll of ATG and lends itself well to mounting both photos and irregular shaped graphics. The adhesive used is an acid and solvent-free acrylic and will not dry out of become yellow with age. In addition gudy 870 has also passed the Photographic Activity Test (per ANSI IT9.16)Detailed Information

Burnishing Bone
Also called a bone folder this tool of the trade is a proven aid for a variety of uses including the application of our filmoplast self-adhesive tapes, smoothing over-cuts and softening the inside edge of passÚ-partouts. Made from polished beef bone our bones are 6 inches in length with one end pointed and the other blunt.Detailed Information

Teflon« Folder
The latest incarnation of a time tested tool. Machined from Teflon bar stock these folders are incredibly smooth, gliding over a range of surfaces without leaving a mark. The non-stick surface cleans easily and does not deteriorate with age. Approximately 6 inches long with one end pointed and the other chiseled.Detailed Information

Metal Claw Hanger
Neschen metal foam sheet hangers provide a fast, strong and secure means to hang those graphics mounted to foam center boards. Easy to apply with no tools needed the hanger locks into place to prevent it from coming loose. Detailed Information